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We would like to thank the TOURISM COUNCILLOR for enabling Jose Manuel Blasco to join our magazines monthly column. Many of you will surely have met Jose at the Tourist Information Counter in Santa Pola. He always exudes enthusiasm for all that is happening in our area. Hello Everybody, These are the main events for the fiestas in Santa Pola, FIESTAS in honour of our Lady "Virgen de Loreto" 1st September - Moors disembark on Levante beach opposite the Town Hall. Firing of arquebuses. 18.30 h. Public appearance of Festival Chairmen (Moors and Christians) heading for the harbour (Moors) and the castle (Christians). Moors’ envoy opposite the Castle. The Moors’ envoy accompanied by his escort, asks for the surrender of the Christians. Mock battle, with attack on the Castle. Surrender & occupation of the Castle by the Moors. Moors march starting at the harbour. 2nd September - 10.00h. Mock battle (shooting guns). 18.30 h. Gathering of Festival Chairmen (Moors & Christians) heading for the Castle (Moors) & the Palmeral Park (Christians). MOCK BATTLE (attack on the Castle). The Christians regroup in front of the castle and proceed to reconquer the castle from the Moors. Christians march. 3rd September - 19.30 h. Procession with brass bands (Moors and Christians) from Muelle Street to El Palmeral Park. 20.30 h. Main parade of Moors & Christians.

5th September BEER BATH at the Harbour. Organised: Unió de Festers (Festival Society) before the race. 6th September 20.30 h. COLOURFUL PARADE WITH FLOATS. Itinerary from Palmeral Park via Elche st, Glorieta square and Muelle st. Firework Display. Location: Levante beach breakwater. 7th September - 20.00 h. Floral offering to Our Lady the Virgen de Loreto in the Castle Chapel. Colourful fireworks "Mascletá" firecrackers. Site: Next to the harbour. Organised Penya El Tró. With kind cooperation of Santa Pola Town Hall 8th September - 20.00 h. Solemn procession of our patron saint the Virgin of Loreto. From: the Castle, Cruz st, C/ Colón st, Mercado st, C/ Mayor st, C/ Angel st, C/ Elche st and back to the Castle. 01.00h GRAND FIREWORKS DISPLAY. Site Levante Beach with Final Powerful Cannonade More villages that celebrate their festivities on the Costa Blanca are: Castalla 1st to 4th, Villena 4th to 9th, Mutxamel 7th to 12th, Ibi 11th to 13th, Altea 26th to 5th. Pilgrimages like the ones in Gaianes, Redovan, Alcoy and Petrer. Bye-bye my friends ... until next month.

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If you have any QUESTIONS or PROBLEMS you would like us to discuss, please just email them to us at the magazine - info@granalacantadvertiser.com Q: POST OFFICE Does the Town Hall have any news on any proposed move for the GA Post Office, to bigger and more accessible premises? Town Hall Answer: Regarding to this matter, we have to say that, sadly, there is not not any news about moving the GA Post Office, due to the lack of municipal land to which the Post Office could be moved to. However, the Town Hall has a fluid relationship with the Post Office Management, so this goal can be achieved as soon as possible in order to give a better service to all the people who live in GA. Q: DUATHLON Santa Pola, after 21 years,it is left without its duathlon due to the removal of the financial support from the city hall. A shame!!!! As it took many years to build up all of the big sport events, to attract people into the area. Why? Town Hall Answer: First of all, it is not true that the Town Hall has removed the financial support from the Athletic Club. The Athletic Club has decided, unilaterally and according to just economic criteria, not to hold the duathlon. The Sport Councillor, Loli Tomรกs, wants to make clear that the Town Hall has not financially supported any club or sports association for the moment, given that the annual budgets are not approved yet. However, the duathlon was a loss sporting event for the Club, who was unable to obtain financial support through private sponsors. Finally, the Town Hall does have the will to hold the competition, and we are working to make it happen.

the competition, we mean that, despite the refusal of the club and the letter which have been spread in social networks, the Sport Councillor has met with the Club with the aim that the duathlon will be performed. We hope we have been able to clarify your doubts, and if you need any further clarification, please contact us. Q: WOULD THE TOWN HALL LIKE TO LET OUR READERS KNOW OF ANY GOOD NEWS? Town Hall Answer: Of course we want let the people who live in GA know all the news about the municipal Government. In first place, as many of you surely know already, the Palmeral Auditorium has been conditioned scrupulously following security measures established in current regulations, with the aim of preserving the security of all those who wish to see and participate in the events planned for the Moros y Cristianos and Local Festivities. In addition, during the summer we have received a large number of tourists, both national and international, being the second municipality in the province in terms of numbers of seasonal tourism. This has led to a drop in the number of people out of work unprecedented since 2009, before the economic crisis. Therefore, the Corporation is very proud of his work as head of the Agency of Local Development and the Bureau of Tourism of the City of Santa Pola.

Furthermore, we want to make clear that when we say we are still working to hold

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HOTEL IN ARENALES: Numerous protesters were outside the hotel in Los Arenales, where renovation has come to a standstill. People want the work to continue after it has been stopped due to complaints concerning the rebuilding regulations being broken.

A pensioner friend had to under go a kidney removal. Went into Elche hospital 12 noon on the Wednesday. Operated on during the afternoon. In recovery in the evening. The next day, Thursday, they had him walking around the ward. The next morning Friday he came home. What service!!! It was so hot in July and August that the resident beggar at Mercadona melted away in the heat!!!! The picture shows all that was left of him!

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Bailey buses seem to encounter many cars parking in their stopping areas. Notice it particularly at Carabassi. Could the police be more prevalent near these stops at the times on the timetable? Am sure a few fines would suffice.

In last months magazine we wondered why Special events on Gran Alacant were not being set up on the new market site, to give better access for those who require space at the Gran Alacant clinic. We are pleased to report that this indeed did happen for the Fiestas that took place last month on Gran Alacant. Celebrations of the district of Gran Alacant were held in July. â&#x20AC;&#x153;They went very well, starting with the change of location. People were very happy because there was much more space, for more chairs, and a bigger stage ... all better. " Most importantly, with the change of location, "medical office users and the Library were able to park normally." for the very first time. Cockroaches. Living here as we do, every year we see the new paint markings on the manhole covers to show that they have been round spraying for the little blighters. So rest assured, someone is always on their case. We have before, highlighted the wonderful healthcare provided here in Spain. Had to just mention another example.

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Gran Alacant Advertiser ahora en Español! Para Información sobre precios de publicación contactanos al 676 74 19 83 Las noticias locales traducidas del ingles por Camila. Todas las fotos se pueden ver en la Información redactada en Ingles OFICINA DE CORREOS Tiene el Ayuntamiento noticias sobre el cambio propuesto por la oficina de correos de GA, a un local más grande y más accesible?

obtener apoyo financiero a través de patrocinadores privados. Por último el ayuntamiento tiene la voluntad de realizar la prueba, y está trabajando para que esto ocurra.

Respuesta del Ayuntamiento: Con respecto a este asunto,lamentablemente no hay ninguna noticia acerca de trasladar la Oficina de Correos de GA, debido a la falta de locales municipales donde se podría recolocar la Oficina. Sin embargo , el ayuntamiento tiene una relación fluida con la administración de correos,con el fin de que se pueda lograr este objetivo, tan pronto como sea posible, con el fin de poder dar un mejor servicio a todos los residentes que viven en GA.

Por otra parte, queremos dejar claro que cuando decimos que seguimos trabajando para hacer la prueba, queremos decir que, a pesar de la negativa del club y de la información que se ha extendido por las redes sociales, la concejal de deportes se ha reunido con el club, con la finalidad de que se realice la prueba.

DUATLON

Le gustaría al Ayuntamiento dar a nuestros lectores alguna buena noticia?

Después de 21 años, se deja sin Duatlon debido a la eliminación de la ayuda financiera de los ayuntamientos. Una Vergüenza!!! se necesitaron muchos años para construir todos los grandes eventos deportivos, para atraer a la gente a la zona. Pregunta al Ayuntamiento Porque? Respuesta del Ayuntamiento: En primer lugar, no es cierto que el ayuntamiento haya retirado apoyo financiero al Club Deportivo, el club ha decidido unilateralmente y de acuerdo a criterios solo económicos, no hacer el Duatlón. La concejal de Deportes, Loli Tomás, quiere dejar claro que el ayuntamiento no ha apoyado financieramente a ningun club o asociación deportiva, de momento, dado que los presupuestos anuales no han sido aprobados aún. Sin embargo, el Duatlón ha sido una pérdida para el club, que no ha podido

Esperamos haber podido aclarar sus dudas, y si necesita cualquier aclaración adicional, por favor póngase en contacto con nosotros.

Por supuesto, queremos que todos los residentes en GA, sepan todas las novedades del Gobierno Municipal. En primer lugar, como muchos de ustedes ya sabrán, el auditorio del Palmeral ha sido acondicionado, siguiendo escrupulosamente las medidas de seguridad establecidas en la normativa vigente, con el objetivo de preservar la seguridad de todos aquellos que deseen ver y participar en los actos programados para los Moros y Cristianos y las Fiestas Locales. Además durante el verano hemos recibido un gran número de turistas, tanto nacionales como internacionales siendo el segundo municipio de la provincia en términos de número de turistas estacional. Esto ha provocado una bajada sustancial del paro sin precedentes desde 2009, antes de la crisis económica.

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Hello Everyone, We hope you had a good August. All I can say is - what a month! Things really seemed to pick up last month. You might have seen me out and about with the camera during the month capturing some great photos of tourists and locals enjoying themselves and they certainly were! You can see some of the pics inside the magazine. The entertainment provided for them was first class all over Gran Alacant and Santa Pola. There were some great comments as well, one family told me it was their best ever holiday in fifteen years of holidaying here, also friends of mine who come here once a year have booked to return in October for a second holiday already so we must be getting something right in Gran Alacant dare I say! It seems to have buzz about it at the moment and please be aware I will be about during September looking for more pics for the magazine so if you want to be in you need to be out and about because Lou and I will. Have a great month, Ged and Lou Our little dog has hidden herself away in the magazine, can you find her? Last month she was on page 22 Por lo tanto, la corporación esta muy orgullosa de su labor al frente de la Agencia de Desarrollo Local y la Oficina de Turismo de la ciudad de Santa Pola. OTRAS NOTICIAS En los últimos meses en la revista nos preguntamos porque los eventos especiales de Gran Alacant no se instalaban en el nuevo mercado, para dar un mejor acceso a aquellos que acuden al centro médico de GA. Nos complace informar que esto ocurrió en las pasadas fiestas que se celebraron en Julio."Estuvieron muy bien, empezando por el cambio de ubicación. La gente estaba muy contenta, porque había mucho más espacio, más sillas y un escenario más grande...todo mejor". Lo mas importante con el cambio de ubicación,"los usuarios del Centro Medico y la Biblioteca pudieron aparcar normalmente" Por vez primera. Ha hecho tanto calor en Julio y Agosto que el mendigo en Mercadona se derritio con la calor!! la imagen muestra todo lo que quedaba de el!! Cucarachas. Viviendo aquí como lo hacemos, todos los años vemos las nuevas marcas de pintura en las alcantarillas para demostrar que han pulverizado alrededor para acabar con estos bichos. Así que podemos descansar en paz, siempre hay

alguien haciendo su trabajo. Anteriormente hemos puesto de manifiesto la maravillosa atención médica proporcionada aquí en España. Tengo que mencionar otro ejemplo. Un amigo pensionista tenía que ir para una operación renal. Entró en el hospital de Elche a las 12 del miércoles, fue operado en la tarde. Al día siguiente jueves , se le hizo caminar por la planta y el viernes a la mañana ya estaba en casa. Esto es un servicio! Autobuses Baileys parecen encontrar muchos coches aparcados en sus paradas. Sobre todo en Carabassi, la policia podria ser mas perseverante cerca de estas paradas? Estoy seguro que bastarían unas cuantas multas. A las afueras del hotel, en Arenales, se manifestaron numerosos vecinos, protestando por la parada de las obras de renovación del mismo. Los vecinos quieren que el trabajo continue, la paralización de las obras se debe a una queja sobre que las disposiciones reglamentarias de reconstrucción no se cumplieron. Si desea suministrar informacion nueva para nuestra proxima edicion, envie un correo electronico a info@granalacantadvertiser.com

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RESCUE CENTRE REELING AFTER DEATH OF HORSE LINKED TO RARE DISEASE

deteriorate and was rushed to the Hospital Veterinario San Vicente on July 22. There, veterinarians discovered a mysterious lung infection. Cultures were taken but Lily died on August 10 before the results could be known.

A seriously ill horse that died in Alicante this month after suffering a baffling series of injuries and illnesses could have been suffering a rare disease never before seen in Spain. Veterinarians at the Hospital Veterinario San Vicente, who treated Lily, have preserved the stones in formaldehyde to be sent to the University of Córdoba when it reopens in September for further specialist analysis. "We are obviously devastated to lose this beautiful young member of our rescue centre family, particularly after the loss of her mother only two years ago,” said Easy Horse Care co-founder Sue Weeding. “But we hope that Lily's death will help to bridge some of the knowledge gaps in equine medicine, and learnings from Lily will one day help other horses." Lily first fell ill in early July, after suffering a fractured neck overnight in her stable – foul play could not be ruled out, as the injury came as the rescue centre suffered a string of break-ins. Her condition continued to worsen over coming weeks, and Lily was diagnosed with tick fever and then an infection called myonecrosis in her neck muscles caused by the tick fever treatment injections. Despite treatment, she continued to

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“This again highlights that while many of our rescued horses seem to be fine from the outside, they have been exposed to all sorts of unknown circumstances and situations that often leave a devastating mark on the inside. Sometimes it takes years for these effects to become known,”

Lily was born at the rescue centre in April 2014 to a skeletal mare named Liberty, one of 14 horses rescued from horrendous conditions at Callosa de Segura just one month earlier. The horses’ former owner was this year criminally convicted of animal abuse over the case. Sue said Lily’s death had put the Easy Horse Care Rescue Centre under severe financial strain. While veterinarians have recognised the centre’s charity status and heavily discounted their bill, Lily’s treatment costs still came to €2650 – a huge sum for a centre that relies entirely on donations to survive. “We’d be truly grateful for any donations to help cover these large veterinary bills, as our seven charity stores are very slow during the August holidays and Rod and I are already dipping into our own dwindling savings just to cover the daily feeding costs of our 96 rescued horses, ponies and donkeys.” Secure online donations can be made here: easyhorsecare.net/donate/one-off-donation The Easy Horse Care Rescue Centre, located just outside Rojales at Partido Lo Garriga, 59, opens to the public on the first Sunday of every month.

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The 11th Gran Alacant Mixed Rinks This month the Monte Mar Bowls Club hold their annual September tournament at the bowls green in Gran Alacant. A total of 28 teams are entered with a reserve list, so there will be 96 players competing for the Trophy. Teams are from up and down the Costa Blanca, Almeria and the U.K. Many of the top bowlers will be taking part in the competition, including past and present Spanish internationals. Bowling starts on Tuesday 20th September at 9.30am and goes on until about 5pm.The same timetable will be used for the following two days, 21st and 22nd by which the time Group Winners will be known. The top eight teams will then play on Friday morning again from 9.30am by 1pm we should know the winning team. Once the finals have been completed the winners will be presented with the Trophy and Prizes. There also will be a cake stall on Tuesday, all cakes home made by the ladies from the club. Everyone bowlers or not, are welcome to come along to see one of the best bowling competitions on the Costa Blanca. Entrance is FREE. For further information about Monte Mar Bowls and Social Club check out our website www.montemarbowls.com or email us at info@montemarbowls.com. We are also on Facebook.

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CARABASSI CENTRE The Royal British Legion Caring and campaigning for our ex-Service community. The Royal British Legion in Spain. Gran Alacant & La Marina Branch BR 3606. The Gran Alacant & La Marina Branch meets on the First Monday of the month at 18:00 Amigos Bar Avnd. Escandinavia, 72 This Branch has Raised more than 47,500 Euros since formed in 2008 for our Beneficiaries in Spain. However we need new members to help us continue the good work. Come along and see what it is all about and maybe join us to help this very worthwhile cause. Next Meetings 5th Sept & 3rd Oct. Further details from - Robin 96 669 5423 or Brian 639 917 971. Email:granalacant.secretary@gmail.com

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Last month, I spoke briefly, about the community that makes up Gran Alacant. For me as a relative novice here, commonality is the most important aspect, of why I am staying! When moving abroad, in fact, when moving anywhere different, acceptance by those you intend to live in close proximity with, is important. I had no idea what to expect, moving to an urbanization, putting a pin in a map, leaving Britain’s pastures for Spain’s idyllic charm and welcoming hospitality. It didn’t take long to realise, conjecture proved to be very different to palpability! Almost immediately, from day one, I was acknowledged as part of a fantastic neighbourhood, very different to that, I have lived in before. Urbanizations had a bad reputation, from Britain at least. The problem of ‘land grab’, especially in this region was high on people’s minds. Those thinking about moving to Spain and those who already had property here, were understandably nervous. Before taking the plunge and moving to Gran Alacant, I still remained sceptical about the benefits of living in such a community development. Can all these different people, from different backgrounds, with different agenda’s actually get on in practice? So far I have been pleasantly surprised. Yes Gran Alacant is a diverse place, full of colour and individuality, from all over the globe, but it is first a location to live. People have homes here, take pride in their environment, which makes for an altogether better, uplifting and generous experience!

The tourists are arriving, both home owners and others who stay for a brief few weeks a year. I have met many new faces this month, all approachable, everyone responsive and without exception, wanting to introduce themselves. This reminds me of a time when I was young, growing up in 1970s Britain. It feels right, secure and convivial, just how things should be. There is an air of polite introduction and curious interest from the people who inhabit Gran Alacant. The feeling of a bygone era, the feeling of acceptance, the feeling of belonging! Last week I was introduced to an older couple, who had not visited Gran Alacant for a while, about eight years ago to be exact. They had decided to come back, after they cancelled their holiday to Turkey, amidst all the trouble on the periphery of Europe. They were amazed at just how much the area had changed, but happy that the small, village like atmosphere still remained the life force of this popular destination. When I walk around the urbs that make up this community, I am struck by the amount of residents who say hello, beep their car horns or just wave. This is a happy place, because people, resident or not, want to be here, enjoy the amenities on their doorstep and feel at home, around like minded individuals. They are not afraid to say so neither. People are very content to sit in a square and talk about the reasons, that brought them to this little place on The Costa Blanca. They are proud of Gran Alacant, the life they have here and the friends they have made, as they should be. The people who live here have worked hard to turn this into a place, they can call home. The trouble in Europe and the Middle East

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are strong on peoples minds. Dreadful happenings in France and Germany and the continued march of ISIS, are not far from peoples thoughts. Like the couple I met earlier, I also met a delightful young married family, down on the beach at Carabassi, all here on holiday, for the first time. Somewhere safe, they have brought their children, to play and relax for a few well earned days break, Child friendly, family orientated, a World away from the daily drudge of life back home. I am a talker and conversationalist, and regularly go up to people, chatting away about Spain. I want to hear what people like you are talking about, what is important to you? living in Gran Alacant. Why you are here? And just what you want me to discuss in this monthly column? Nearly everyone has a view about something. Of course there is turbulence and anxiety in Europe, right on our door step and people here are, if not scared, at least aware of what is happening in the World. Even away on holiday, you can not escape the news bulletins, the extra airport security and the calls for action, from people who sit back in horror observing, dreadful atrocities, on their television screens. No area can be safe from the spectre of terrorism. Only today I read an article, where ISIS had warned of attacks against tourists in Spain, yes in our own back yard, but should we allow this threat to deter us from our daily activities? No of course we shouldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t. Carrying on, standing together as a community and remaining vigilant and aware, eyes wide open and feet firmly on the ground are the common sense approach to such words of hate! Talking to Anita and Paul at the beach, about Gran Alacant, I am struck by a

single word that keeps popping up, again and again, Community. Even as visitors, this young family are well aware of the neighbourhood that forms the life blood of GA. They have only been here for a few short days, but already have been made to feel welcome, by everyone they meet. Not only the bar and restaurant owners, but also the residents, those that live here everyday of their lives and those holiday makers, like themselves, out enjoying a vacation in the sun. Forming friendships and meeting new and interesting people is a pastime we all do on holiday. I myself have met numerous wonderful characters and personalities over many years, holidaying in this place or that. Some of whom, I still remain in contact with, even after ten or so years. Psychologically people are important to our needs as human beings; with such an open and welcoming group of people, like the aforementioned in Gran Alacant, you can always ensure that as visitors or residents, new or established, staying with family or briefly passing through, you can always be sure that you receive the best Gran Alacant offers. With so much trouble, violence and tribulation, all over the World, this region does accord the comparative safety, of a destination, that people can trust, affording credence to a dream, that those who live here keep alive!

As a relative newbie myself, I observe outside the box. I can look into this community, with a degree of neutrality. I have only scratched the surface, talking to the great and good, that make up this place, but already I have engaged with a wealth of people, I could have only dreamed about in The UK. Different nationalities, personalities, all friendly, approachable and all part of Gran Alacant, this place, I call home!

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A big thanks to all the bars and restaurants for all the gift boxes and contributions including a wheelbarrow collection of 500 Euros in small change which helped to raise a massive total of 2800â&#x201A;Ź for the Ataxia appeal. A great day was had by all followed by karaoke in the evening. Also a big thank you to the surrounding communities for your help in this well worthy charity appeal.

Once again thank you to everyone who attended and donated.

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GASP Theatre Group Now the nights are drawing in and the visitors are going home, are you wondering what to do with yourself? Do you need a new hobby to keep you amused? GASP Theatre Group, your local Gran Alacant based amateur dramatic group needs more members. If you have seen our shows in the past you will know how much we enjoy ourselves, and, of course, we are able to make donations to Cruz Roja in Santa Pola, from our ticket receipts. You don't need any experience, just enthusiasm. We need both actors and backstage members. No singing or dancing skills required. Meetings to plan our next production will recommence in September and are held on Monday and Wednesday evenings at the Santara Life Resort, Avda. Monte Santa Pola (near the market).

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An established Estate Agency in Gran Alacant is looking to recruit a Rentals Administration Executive. Full-time position. Applicants should be confident at dealing with members of the public and be well organized. • Skill set: Computer literacy, Administrative skills, Customer Service Experience • Experience in real estate administration / property management preferred. • Fluency in English and Spanish, both written and spoken, is required. • Additional languages advantageous. To apply, please send your CV to james.mackintosh@opgroupspain.com

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The post would suit ideally a couple who already have an income, as the post comes rent free, but Managers have to pay their own utilities. The position comes with a modern 4 bedroomed villa, comprising of 2 large reception rooms and 2 bathrooms, large kitchen and utility room plus a pool. The property is situated on 7,500sqm. Duties would include caring for up to 20 cats and 15 dogs in our care, dealing with shelter volunteers, vets and members of the public, as well as with the team of foster carers that we have. The Managers would be expected to work as part of our team of volunteers who work closely with one another to rescue and rehome abandoned animals. For further information call 610832726 or contact us via email: k9clubinfo@gmail.com

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Best wedding joke! At a wedding ceremony, the pastor asked if anyone had anything to say concerning the union of the bride and groom. It was their time to stand up and talk, or forever hold their peace. The moment of utter silence was broken by a young beautiful blonde woman carrying a child. She started walking toward the pastor slowly. Everything quickly turned to chaos. The bride slapped the groom. The groom's mother fainted. The groomsmen started giving each other looks and wondering how best to help save the situation. The pastor asked the woman, "Can you tell us why you came forward? What do you have to say?" The blonde replied, “We can’t hear anything in the back.”

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Mayka’s Kitchen

This month we are celebrating the Moors and Christians in Santa Pola, so our recipe is a typical dish of the area. Caldero y arroz a banda (Cauldron and rice a banda).

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This dish consists of two parts: one is the fish and potato and then the type of rice called " a banda" (means separate)

Ingredients 2 ñoras (dry red pepper) 1/2 kg tomatoes 1 or 2 onions

4 medium potatoes 1/2 kg of whitebait

1kg of Red scorpionfish or Sea Mullet 350gr rice

4 or 5 garlic cloves

olive oil, salt ,safron fish stock Alioli

Caldero y arroz a banda

1. Fry the ñoras in a frypan with oil, remove and set aside on a plate. 2. Cut onion into large pieces fry in the same oil, add the tomatoes cut into four pieces and fry for few minutes. 3. In a separate saucepan bring 2 litres of water to boil. When the water is boiling, add the onion, tomatoes and the ñoras. Also add the whitebait. 4. While everythign is cooking, coat the scorpionfish or sea mullet in salt. 5. Blend the content of saucepan to make the broth, then strain the broth into another pot. Add the potatoes (cut into large chunks), the saffron and salt to season the broth. When the potatoes are almost cooked, wash the fish to remove the salt and add it to the pot. Simmer for about 10 minutes. Second part: In a paella pan for 4 people add the fish broth and when it is boiling add the rice (a handful of rice per person approximately). Bring the rice to boil and then reduce and cook for 20 minutes. Serve the fish and potatoes with alioli and the rice separate.

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The harvest party Festa Verema Faelo will be the 24th of September from 10h. to 14h. Each September “Bodegas Faelo” starts its harvest and as is becoming the custom in our house when we finish, like the grandfather Rafael did, we celebrate “La fiesta de la vendimia” or “Festa de la Verema”.

What is “La fiesta de la vendimia”? The harvest party (festaveremafaelo) is an “Open Day” where you can look and participate, pressing the grapes, like the first generation did more than 100 years ago even with the same tools.

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The “Festa de la verema” is a public event with free admission in where come people from all the province of Alicante, to see how we collect the grapes by hand and then how we press them with the feet, with the typical shoes called “alpargatas” dancing with the rhythm of a constant dance. People can board on the vessel where the grapes are trodden; the “afollaor” or “afonador” and participate in this “fiesta”, also you will see how we press the grapes in the centenary manual press where we extract all the colour from the grape. At the same time we will offer tasting of local products from the countryside of Elche and wine from “Bodegas Faelo” to recover after the pressing.

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A wine must transmit the soul of its winery. Jaime Soto

What activities will we offer? “Bodegas Faelo” is a traditional winery but with a young spirit, this festaveremafaelo, we would like that young people, families and kids could participate of this day with us, like a big family…

For this we have prepared different activities: Open day; where you can visit our winery. • Traditional press with the feet. • Tasting of local products from the countryside of Elche + a glass of wine (white, rosé, red or sweet) 2.00€. • Game: grape-pressing of the moon of BodegasFaelo with gifts for the kids. • Live Music by the group Emdiv Djs playing songs from Spanish indie-pop groups. • Harvest 2.0 throught the social-networks and photo’s competition with direct presents. • Indie-pop Music area

Come alone, with friends or with your family. The 24th of September from 10:00 to 14:00. We’ll wait for you in the festavermafaelo!!! For further information please call: 655 85 68 98 or send an e-mail to: info@vinosladama.com Camino de los Coves, Ptda. Matola, Pol. 3, nº 18, 03296 Elche (Alicante)

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INVASIVE SPECIES This month we were supposed to continue our article about Santa Pola’s canine beach writing about some inherent statistics such as average number of users per day, “peak hours”, etc, but since we have had no response from the Town Hall despite we requested this info a long time ago, this months article will be about invasive species instead. One of the negative consequences of globalization is the massive interchange of alive beings from every corner of the world. Sometimes, these imported alive beings get so well adapted to their new environment that they can damage it. There are more than 12000 species on the EU invasive species list, and most of them are really dangerous for our ecosystems. Most invasive species are plants: some of them arrive to our area because they are strong or beautiful, so they are used for gardening, such as Tradescantia spp; some other ones arrive accidentally (seeds). When these plants start reproducing spontaneously, they may be stronger than local plants, so they displace them from the ecosystem, damaging the ecosystem balance. In case of animals, the mechanism is similar: some of them arrive accidentally (such as tiger mosquito or zebra mussel, which arrived to Europe because it was stuck to boat hulls), and some others arrive because they are intentionally imported due to their commercial exploitation possibilities (such as American mink or bullhead), or because they are exotic pets. We are going to concentrate on exotic pets, because they are an important part of our daily task. In previous articles we have written about “forbidden species” because they are endangered ones, such as some macaws, but in this article we are going to write about those species which have been declared as “forbidden” because they are a real threat for our ecosystems. We are talking about species such as Eastern gray squirrel, Southern African hedgehog, racoon dog, Florida

terrapene, mynah bird, red avadavat, red billed leiothrix, monk parakeet, rose ringed parakeet, African collared dove, etc, from a list containing more than 50 vertebrate species. Why do these exotic pets start living a wild life? Sometimes they escape, as it may happen with every kind of pet. Some other times they are released by their owners when they realize they are noisier (parakeets or mynahs) or smellier (hedgehogs or racoons) than they expected when they purchased them. These species are natural survivors, so they learn very quickly to find food and shelter; they create colonies in our public parks such as parakeets or doves, and they have a very effective reproduction. The presence of these invasive species produce 3 kinds of damage: -environmental damage. -against other animals. -against people (allergic reactions or even intoxications (for example the problem with giant hogweed). You can find all the legal info about invasive species at BOE (Boletín Oficial del Estado) dated 03-08-2013 (a pdf version is available at BOE’s website), including the list of these species. It is strictly forbidden to sell, to give and to have them. What do I do if I have a pet at home belonging to a species which is listed as invasive? The most logical option is to take it to an official wildlife shelter (Centro de Recuperación). If you don’t know how to do it, a Vet or a Pet Shop may do it for you. At the shelter they will keep the animal apart from the ecosystem. If you don’t want to get rid of the pet, you can tell the local environmental authorities to allow you to have it, BUT in this case you have to prove you have had it from BEFORE 2013. At this moment, there is not an eradication campaign of these species in Spain (that means, the animals are not euthanized), but we must stop them at any price to reproduce and access the ecosystems. Just remember what happened with rabbits in Australia…

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Pets In Spain is a website dedicated to the re-homing of abandoned and unwanted animals on the Costa Blanca. Whether you are looking to adopt an animal, advertise an animal or if you simply want to know more about taking care of your pet in Spain, please take a look at our site or Call: 645 469 253 Tino is a small 18 month old corgi cross type with a small, long body and weighs 9 kilos. He was very underweight and had an ear abscess when he came to us which was treated. Tino is negative for all Mediterranean diseases and great with other dogs.

Tara is an 11 week old Labrador cross and was abandoned outside a finca in Catral. She is very friendly, in good health and great with other dogs.

Alice, Panda and Luis have all been adopted from our last issue. Candy with her baby Flossy are both in need of new homes, they are long haired, tabby and female cats. They are very lovable and enjoy cuddles. Candy is 8 months old and has now been sterilised and Flossy is 10 weeks old.

Benson is 6 months old and is a small terrier type weighing just 6 kilos. He is chipped, vaccinated and good with other dogs. Benson is housetrained and walks great on a lead.

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The K9 Club is a Registered Animal Welfare Organisation operating within the Alicante Province Memphis â&#x20AC;&#x201C; one of 4 kittens approx.. 6 weeks old. If you want to share your home with a true feline then these kittens will suit you. These four kittens could be descendants from those cats worshipped by the Ancient Egyptians, they are sleek with large ears set on triangular heads, they are really amazing to look at.

Blanca Pointer/Staffy cross. She mixes well with other dogs , likes people and is obedient, amazing personality and very intelligent. She has been spayed. D.O.B Approx Sept 2009

If you have a few hours to spare and enjoy meeting people then call us to find out about working as a volunteer in our shop on La Marina. remember working in our shop will make a difference to abandoned animals in the area. Please call 965077208 and ask to speak to Mandy or Mark. READ THE MAGAZINE EVERY MONTH AT www.granalacantadvertiser.com

WHAT’S THAT IN THE CLOT? by Mark Etheridge

BLUE BIRD OF HAPPINESS

Over the last two months I have told you about two of the most colourful birds which can be found in Spain but are not usually found back in the UK, the Hoopoe and the Bee-eater. Most British birdwatchers coming to Spain for the first time have those two on his three “most wanted” list, the third one of the triumvirate is the “Blue Bird of Happiness” (which of course refers to an American bird which is most unlikely to be found in Spain) so here it is - a blue bird which always makes me happy, the European Roller. It is rarely seen in the Clot, but is regular around the countryside, particularly between La Marina and Elche, where it often nests in old woodpecker holes in palm trees. It tends to favour open lowland areas with scattered trees, either cultivated or scrub areas. It is in our area of Spain from April through to late September, so you've got until the end of this month to find one!. Just look at my photo – how could you possibly miss seeing a bird that brightly coloured? It's a chunky bird the size of a Jackdaw (a small crow for those who don't know it) and is distantly related to the crow family. When it flies, you will see that it has a black trailing edge to it's wings,

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contrasting sharply with the different shades of blue on the forewings. Rollers are not hard to see when perched either, the tend to sit out in the open on a wire or high tree to survey the ground around them for its favourite food of large insects, reptiles, rodents and frogs which form its main diet.

The odd English name of Roller comes from its activities during the spring, when the bird has an impressive display flight consisting of twists, turns and loops, while calling with a loud series of crow-like calls. One of the strangest things about Rollers is that their nestlings will vomit if they are disturbed, and this causes the parent birds to stay away from the nest – it is thought that this is a survival mechanism to protect the adults who may be able to breed again, whereas the nestlings may die from any predator which has caused the disturbance. Unfortunately the Roller population is in a severe decline, over 30% of the global population has been lost during the last 15 years. Some of this is attributable to persecution by shooters when it is on migration; other causes include changes in farming methods and loss of habitat. It is extremely rare in the UK, where a British sighting of this unmistakeable bird will bring the twitchers out in a frenzy. You can see more photographs of birds from our area by visiting www.marketheridge.smugmug.com See you next month.

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